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You know when an ambulance passes you and the siren seems to change pitch? What's that all about? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore the concept of the Doppler effect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pack your scuba gear for today's journey! Join Murray and Tamika as they take us on an exploration of the Tubbataha Reefs in the Sulu Sea, off the coast of the Philippines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you know the difference between chords, triads, and arpeggios? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika give us a quick lesson in music theory, with examples from a pianist, a harpist, and Beethoven himself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How did wallpaper cleaner become a children's toy? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the history (and smell) of Play-Doh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's the connection between sunflowers and radioactive materials? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore how plants can help scientists in cleaning up a toxic mess. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, White Castle: America loves its fast food. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast for a discussion on fast food joints. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"In Search of Lost Time." How does one make sense and find meaning in life? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss French author Marcel Proust's quest in writing his seven-volume novel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where in the world are Murray and Tamika taking us today? Join them for today's Flashcast as they explore the Gulf of Aden, home to one of the major shipping lanes for international trade, as well as abundant variety of marine life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chances are good that you've Googled something today. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they dive into the history of one of the largest and most successful companies in history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For more than 250 years, there was peace throughout Japan during the Edo period. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika delve into the history of this feudal military government, during which commoners were assigned one of four roles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From "When You Wish Upon a Star" to "Hakuna Matata," the music from Disney movies can be unforgettable. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the great songwriters whose creations have enchanted families for generations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the game of soccer (or football, depending on where you are in the world) and one of its famous commentators, Andrés Cantor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss those enormous violent storms known as hurricanes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is Shakespeare's Macbeth known backstage as "the Scottish play," or the play that shall not be named? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the superstitions surrounding Macbeth, as well as what makes it one of Shakespeare's darker works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What looks more like a raccoon than a giant panda, despite its name? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they dive into everything you'd want to know about the red panda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss how our friends in Spain celebrate New Year's Eve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The music and storytelling of Sergei Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf has remained popular around the world for nearly a century. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on an audio tour of this great work and discuss why it could only have been written by a great composer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know ancient Greeks could vote for someone to leave their community? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss what it meant to be ostracized in ancient Greece. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How did Pierre L'Enfant, Eliza Hamilton, and the American Civil War factor into the construction of the Washington Monument? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they look into the history of one of the most famous monuments in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's a Ravenclaw, Slytherin, Gryffindor, and Hufflepuff? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the different houses of Hogwarts -- and their corresponding personalities -- as described in the Harry Potter series of books by J.K. Rowling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is the island of Capri considered "a world apart?" In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on a journey to one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why was author Charles Dickens known as "The Father of Christmas?" In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the impact Dickens has had on Christmas traditions over the past 150+ years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rudolph might be the most famous, but Santa has other flying chauffeurs as well. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore the history of Rudy's friends and their names. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How exactly are earthquakes measured? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the various scales used by seismologists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The man who says he can and the man who says he can't are both correct." Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore the teachings of Confucius, who for millennia has inspired leaders to govern with benevolence, wisdom, and integrity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.